10% off All Bookings made by April 30 -Charming Vintage Beach Bungalow Only One Block from the Beach - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 5
• 2 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 435 square feet

Cozy Vintage Bungalow; Quick 2 Block Walk to the Beach; Wraparound Porch with Rockers; Sleeps 5 in 2 Bedrooms: Primary (Queen, TV, Dresser), Bedroom 2 Bunkbed with Twin on Top/Full on Bottom, (TV, Dresser/Closet); Shared Bath (Tub/Shower); Cozy Seating in the Living Area with 2 Upholstered Chairs & Leather Couch, TV; (All TVs have Extended Cable); Outdoor Shower; Extensive Side/Backyard for your Outdoor Games; Short Drive to Eateries / Shopping / Grocery, Gym (Daily/Weekly drop-ins); Seasonal: Outdoor Concert Venue/Food Trucks; Splash Pad; Farmer’s/Craft Markets; Short drive to Iconic Landmark OKI Lighthouse (Schedule Tour Ahead Online); 15 mins. to Laundromat/Wash & Fold Services; 20 mins. to the Quaint Town of Southport.

Cottage By The Sea is a Brief 2 Block Walk to the Sandy Beaches of the Sea. This Cozy Vintage Bungalow is the Choice for those that Seek Serenity in its Simplicity. Be a Southerner. Sit in the Rockers on the Wraparound Porch, (this may become your favorite spot). Drink some Sweet Tea. Smell that Fresh Salt Air & Feel the Ocean Breezes. Relive the Fun of the Day or Make Plans for the Adventures the Next Day Holds. Bring your Favorite Outdoor Games to Play in the Generous Side & Back Yard.

As you enter, the Danish term Hygge comes to mind. A Quality of Coziness & Comfortability that Creates Feelings of Contentment & Well-Being. In the Living Area, 2 Navy Starfish Print Upholstered Chairs bring a Nautical Vibe into the Room. The Comfy Couch reminds you of Silky Golden Sands & the Pillow, Pigments of Coral. Unwind while you watch your Favorite Shows on the TV with Extended Cable. The Proximity of the Living, Dining & Kitchen Areas makes it possible to be Together while Engaged in your Own Activity. The Kitchen has all the Essentials including Drip Coffee Maker, Blender, 2 Slot Bagel-Sized Toaster, Cast Iron Pan & Crockpot. The Cottage-Style White Dining Table Seats 4 on Matching Stools. Service & Cleanup for Meals is Quick & Painless. Although there is No Automatic Dishwasher, You can Gaze out the Window above the Sink while you Wash the Dishes. Ella Fitzgerald Sang that View as, “Blue skies, Smiling at me, Nothing but blue skies, Do I see”.

This Cottage Sleeps 5 in 2 Bedrooms. The 1st Bedroom has a Queen Bed, TV & a Dresser. The 2nd Bedroom has a Twin over Full Bunkbed, TV, Dresser & Modest Closet. They Share a Hall Bath with a Tub/Shower Combination. Outside, at the back of the home, is an Outdoor Shower with Hot & Cold Water. Rinse Off the Salt & Sand, but Not the Fun! Although there is No Washer/Dryer, there are Local Wash & Fold Services & Laundromats. All iTrip Properties have a Complementary “First Nighttime Essentials” Bag. Unlike Many Local Rental Homes, Beds will be Made with Fresh Sheets when you Arrive. No Need to Strip the Beds at the End of your Stay. Also, with iTrip, Sheets & Towels (Kitchen & Bath) are Supplied at No Extra Cost.

Oak Island is a Family-Oriented Beach with a Sizable Variety of Activities to Choose from. Not only can you Play in the Sand & Sun, but there are 2 Piers (Ocean Crest Pier & Island Way Restaurant are a Short Drive Away), Museums, Nature Parks & a Skateboard Park. Seasonally, Choose from an Outdoor Concert Venue/Food Trucks, Splash Pad, & Farmer’s/Craft Markets. The Iconic Landmark, the OKI Lighthouse is in Caswell Beach. You can Schedule a Tour Ahead of time Online. It’s a Short Drive to a Substantial Variety of Eateries & Shopping opportunities. There are 2 Grocery Stores on the Island. If you don’t want to miss Leg Day, there is a Gym here with Daily & Weekly Drop-in Prices. Conveniently, there is a Laundromat & Wash/Fold Service, just a Short Distance away over the Barbee Bridge on the Mainland. They may have Pickup/Drop Off Services.

Nearby Southport is a walking town. Park & within a Short Stroll are Eateries from Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee & a Muffin to Seafood with a View & Upscale Dinner. In the Heart of Southport, you can Visit Various Spectacular Parks, Art Galleries, Museums, the Visitor Center & Charming Stores. One could Spend an Entire Day Browsing all the Unique Little Gift Stores & Boutiques. Sit in the Swings on the Waterfront. Watch as the Cargo Ships Enter the Mouth of the Cape Fear River, headed to the Port of Wilmington. Feel the Healing Salubrious Breezes Southport is known for. Walk the River Beach. Southport & Oak Island host Several Fishing Tournaments, Festivals & Parades throughout the year. Within 20 mins. of Southport, you can Stroll the Picturesque Colonial Streets of Old Brunswick Town. The Hundred-Year-Old Live Oaks are just Dripping with Spanish Moss. It's All Photo-Worthy. Imagine Yourself in this Bygone Era. The Cape Fear River Made this Town a Port Long Before Wilmington became one. It’s all a part of the Cottage By The Sea experience.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island Information Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Southport rental home booking tips:

Cost saving strategies:

• In the Southport area, The sooner you can reserve a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Reserving your rental home up to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and book your vacation rental.
• Summertime is high season in Oak Island. To find the best value, try changing your group's vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer pleasant weather, , and reduced traffic.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain offers and deals for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Selecting the perfect rental home:

• First, have your group commit to a vacation week and a budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family requires. 10% off All Bookings made by April 30 -Charming Vintage Beach Bungalow Only One Block from the Beach has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is regularly available on booking websites. If not, email the property owner before booking your home. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to search for a rental that allows animals. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Be aware that some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• Looking for unique amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Additional considerations:

• Add the owner's contact info to your phone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Hosts are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let crooks ruin your holiday.
• To make certain damages aren't attributed to your visit, make a record of any problem areas when you arrive. Contact the rental manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You will increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent resource to find the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can often help. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Upon check-out, take a walk-through to confirm you didn't forget any personal items. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your family have a fantastic vacation? Many rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide feedback. If your property and/or host was wonderful, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.